Motion Lib
Motion Lib (モーションリブ株式会社) is a Kawasaki-based Japanese deep-tech company that develops and licenses Real Haptics, a proprietary force-tactile robot control technology, selling AbcCore chips, URH teleoperation units, and the SPX4 no-code motion sampler to enterprise customers in manufacturing, construction, plant operations, and entertainment.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2016
- HeadquartersKawasaki, Japan
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Motion Lib does
Motion Lib (モーションリブ株式会社) is a Japanese deep-technology company founded in 2016 as a spin-out from Keio University's Haptics Research Center and headquartered in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture. The company develops and commercializes "Real Haptics" (リアルハプティクス®)—a proprietary robot force-tactile control architecture that enables real-time, bilateral force feedback without dedicated force/torque sensors, giving robots human-like compliance and contact sensitivity. The technology is embodied in three product lines: AbcCore, a control IC chip embedding the Real Haptics algorithm and connecting to off-the-shelf motors/actuators; URH, a teleoperation and automation unit for collaborative robots (compatible with Universal Robots and Elite Robots, with ~60ms latency tolerance over 5G/Starlink); and SPX4, a no-code motion sampler launched in March 2026.
Motion Lib monetizes across three revenue streams: a Solution Business (consulting, joint R&D, and integration services), a Key Device Business (AbcCore chip sales to OEMs and integrators), and a License Business (IP licensing of basic and applied Real Haptics patents, including shared IP from joint R&D). It sells primarily through direct enterprise field sales, supported by trading-company (shōsha) resellers, system integrators, and device-manufacturer partners; a rental channel via Serendip Robcross was added in September 2025. The company serves customers across manufacturing automation, remote/hazardous operations, construction heavy machinery, sensing/quality inspection, and VR/entertainment; named customers include Shibuya Seiki, Nippon Steel Engineering, Obayashi Corporation, ISE, and Re-al, and strategic investors/partners include Toyota Boshoku, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, Mitsubishi Electric, Okamura, and SoftBank.
The company is privately held, employs 11-50 people, and operates additional offices in Yokohama and Nagoya. It has raised approximately ¥870M (~$5.8M USD) across three disclosed rounds, the most recent being a ¥600M round in February 2023 led by Toyota Boshoku. Motion Lib is governed by a founder-led team (CEO Takahiro Mizoguchi, Ph.D.; CTO Wataru Iida) reinforced by a CFO appointed in 2023 with prior IPO-track experience, and is positioning for a stage of commercialization built around standardized chip-based distribution rather than bespoke joint R&D.
Motion Lib firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Motion Lib
- Legal name
- モーションリブ株式会社
- Website
- https://motionlib.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2016
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Motion Lib (モーションリブ株式会社) is a Kawasaki-based Japanese deep-tech company that develops and licenses Real Haptics, a proprietary force-tactile robot control technology, selling AbcCore chips, URH teleoperation units, and the SPX4 no-code motion sampler to enterprise customers in manufacturing, construction, plant operations, and entertainment.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Motion Lib industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Robotics Force Control Technology
- NAICS
- Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Motion Control Electronics & Controls (Controllers, Drivers, Feedback Interfaces) (IMAHAGAJ)
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Where Motion Lib is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Kawasaki
- HQ country
- Japan
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices3 records
Markets served
Motion Lib business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Solution Business (ソリューション事業): Provides consulting, proposal, development support, and introduction support for companies considering Real Haptics adoption. Includes joint R&D, technical training, key device specification decisions, and production-scale preparation. This is a professional services and consulting revenue stream.
- Key Device Business (キーデバイス事業): Sale of the AbcCore IC chip, a proprietary semiconductor device that embeds the Real Haptics core algorithm. Sold to manufacturers and integrators who embed the chip into their own products or systems.
- License Business (ライセンス事業): Licenses basic and applied intellectual property related to Real Haptics. Manages IP rights, provides technology licenses, and coordinates shared IP arising from joint R&D.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | One time/ perpetual license | SPX4 Basic License (included with product) |
| Subscription | Annual | SPX4 Standard License (optional) |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
Motion Lib product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Motion Lib develops and commercializes proprietary "Real Haptics" force-tactile control technology that gives robots human-like touch and force sensitivity. The company sells the AbcCore IC chip embedding the Real Haptics algorithm, the URH teleoperation unit for collaborative robots, and the SPX4 no-code motion sampler, complemented by solution consulting and IP licensing services for enterprise customers in manufacturing, construction, remote operations, and VR.
Product overview
Motion Lib offers a portfolio of products centered on Real Haptics technology, which enables robots to control force and tactile feedback in real-time. The core product is AbcCore, an IC chip that implements Real Haptics algorithms for force control. Building on AbcCore, the company offers URH, a teleoperation and automation unit for collaborative robots that transmits tactile sensations, and SPX4, a no-code motion sampler enabling intuitive robot programming. The portfolio is complemented by Solution Services (implementation support and consulting) and License Services (intellectual property licensing).
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- AbcCore A control IC chip integrating Motion Lib's Real Haptics algorithm. Connects to off-the-shelf motors and actuators to easily implement force-tactile control, including position/velocity/force control and force measurement without force sensors. Features API communication over UART/SPI. For robot and device manufacturers and system integrators.
- URH A teleoperation and automation unit for collaborative robots that transmits tactile sensations between leader and follower robots, with motion recording and playback, position and force scaling. Compatible with Universal Robots (UR3e, UR5e, UR10e, UR16e, UR30) and Elite Robots. For enterprise automation, remote operations, and skilled-task digitization.
- SPX4 (Robot Motion Sampler) A no-code motion sampler that lets users create, edit, and replay robot motions by directly manipulating the robot, without programming. Supports Universal Robots (e-series, UR series) and Elite Robots (CS series). For field staff who need to quickly develop robot motions for specific workflows.
- Solution Services Consulting, proposal, joint R&D, development support, technical training, and production-scale preparation services for enterprises considering or implementing Real Haptics adoption. For manufacturers, system integrators, and enterprises across automation, remote operations, sensing, and VR applications.
- License Services Licensing of basic and applied intellectual property related to Real Haptics. Includes IP rights management, technology transfer, and coordination of shared IP arising from joint R&D collaborations. For manufacturers, research partners, and OEMs embedding Real Haptics into their products.
Quantifiable outcome
- Motion Lib's technology enables robots to handle delicate items like potato chips and strawberries without damage — demonstrated through multiple customer use cases
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Companies that use Motion Lib
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Motion Lib technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- Yes
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration6 records
AI capability2 records
Feature6 records
Motion Lib partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.
- Serendip Robcross (セレンディップ・ロボクロス)coreMotion Lib partnered with Serendip Robcross to offer URH combined with their collaborative robot rental solution 'Robcross'. Rental package service launched September 2025, lowering the economic barrier for customers to try the technology.
- Okamura Corporation (株式会社オカムラ)flagshipCapital and business alliance signed in February 2025. Jointly researching robot remote operation interface design for hybrid logistics automation solutions.
- Hokkaido University / BIPROGY / TechnoFace / AnchorZ / NTT Communications / (北海道大学 / BIPROGY / テクノフェイス / AnchorZ / NTTコミュニケーションズ)coreJoint 5G remote palpation experiment connecting core hospital groups in Hokkaido, demonstrating the application of Real Haptics technology in medical telemedicine.
- Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (三菱電機株式会社)coreFour-party joint research with Nippon Steel Engineering, Keio University, and Motion Lib enabled Real Haptics compatibility with a wide range of Mitsubishi Electric servo amplifiers. Also collaborated on a 6-DOF hexa robot development project.
- Nippon Steel Engineering Co., Ltd. (日鉄エンジニアリング株式会社)coreJoint development of a 6-DOF hexa robot capable of force-requiring tasks, combining Motion Lib's Real Haptics with Nippon Steel Engineering's plant engineering expertise.
- Takenaka Civil Engineering Co., Ltd. (株式会社竹中土木)coreJointly developed a remote rock inspection system using force-tactile feedback technology with Takega Doboku and Kagadigital Co., Ltd.
- Starlink (SpaceX)coreDeveloped and launched a force-tactile teleoperation technology using Starlink satellite internet service, enabling remote operations in previously unreachable locations with high-latency but sufficient network performance.
- Bell System 24 Co., Ltd. (株式会社ベルシステム24)flagshipJointly developing a 'Robot Remote Operation Cafe' project selected by Tokyo Metropolitan Government's Advanced Service Implementation Initiative. Aims to create employment opportunities for people with disabilities through remote robot operation services.
- Toyota Boshoku Corporation (トヨタ紡織株式会社)coreJoint development partner for multiple projects including relaxation seat 'Remote Touch Therapy' and automated sewing devices. Also a financial investor in Motion Lib's 2023 ¥600M funding round. Demonstrated Real Haptics applications at major auto shows.
- SoftBank Corp. (ソフトバンク株式会社)coreMotion Lib's AbcCore was adopted in SoftBank and Keio University's 5G wireless communication demonstration, showcasing Real Haptics technology over 5G networks.
- Keio University / Keio University Haptics Research Center (慶應義塾大学 / 慶應義塾大学ハプティクス研究センター)coreMotion Lib was spun out from Keio University's Haptics Research Center. The company holds exclusive licensing rights to foundational Real Haptics IP from Keio University. Ongoing joint research and development with the center continues to generate applied IP. Keio University also participates in the Real Haptics Technology Council.
- Haptics Technology Association / RH Members Association (一般財団法人ハプティクス技術協会 / リアルハプティクスメンバー会)coreMotion Lib is a member of the Haptics Technology Association and participates in the Real Haptics Members Association, working with other member companies to promote the application development and industrial adoption of Real Haptics technology.
- Universal Robots A/ScoreURH product line is specifically designed for Universal Robots' collaborative robots (UR3e, UR5e, UR10e, UR16e, UR30). Motion Lib participates in Universal Robots' webinar weeks and exhibition events. No改造 required to the robot.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Motion Lib competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Haption: French developer of force-feedback haptic devices for teleoperation and robot control, directly competing with Motion Lib's URH teleoperation unit and Real Haptics force-control platform in industrial and research applications.
- Robotiq: Canadian maker of end-of-arm tooling and force-torque sensors optimized for Universal Robots cobots. They share the UR ecosystem and overlap with Motion Lib in providing force-aware automation tooling for collaborative robots.
- Force Dimension: Swiss manufacturer of haptic devices and motion controllers for robotics and medical simulation. They target the same force-tactile feedback market as Motion Lib with comparable kinematic interface products.
- SynTouch: California-based developer of tactile-sensing technology for robots, including sensor-based measurement of force, vibration, and surface texture. Their tactile sensing work is technologically adjacent to Motion Lib's algorithm-based Real Haptics force estimation.
Emerging players
- Contactile: UK startup producing tactile sensor arrays for robotic grippers, addressing force and slip detection. As an emerging player in tactile sensing, Contactile represents a niche alternative to Motion Lib's encoder-based force estimation approach.
Broad incumbents
- Fanuc: Japanese global leader in industrial robots and CNC motion controllers. As a broad incumbent in motion and machine control, Fanuc represents large-scale competition for Motion Lib's industrial Real Haptics applications.
- Universal Robots: Danish leader in collaborative robots and Motion Lib's primary integration partner; URH and SPX4 are designed for the UR e-series and UR-series cobots. Universal Robots is both the main distribution channel and a potential competitor if native force-control features are bundled into future PolyScope releases.
- Omron: Japanese major in industrial automation, offering motion controllers, sensors, and robotics. Omron is a broad incumbent competing with Motion Lib in factory automation, sensing, and force-control instrumentation.
- Yaskawa Electric: Global leader in motion control, servo motors, and industrial robots based in Japan. Yaskawa represents a broad incumbent in the same servo and motion-control market that Motion Lib's AbcCore IC chip targets for industrial applications.
- Mitsubishi Electric: Strategic partner (joint 6-DOF hexa robot project) and broad motion-control incumbent. Mitsubishi Electric's servo amplifier line was made compatible with Real Haptics, but they could integrate competing force-control features into broader automation suites over time.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Motion Lib leadership team
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Profiles5 records
Motion Lib funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds2 records
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Frequently asked questions about Motion Lib
What does Motion Lib do?
Motion Lib develops and commercializes proprietary "Real Haptics" force-tactile control technology that gives robots human-like touch and force sensitivity. The company sells the AbcCore IC chip embedding the Real Haptics algorithm, the URH teleoperation unit for collaborative robots, and the SPX4 no-code motion sampler, complemented by solution consulting and IP licensing services for enterprise customers in manufacturing, construction, remote operations, and VR.
Is Motion Lib a public or private company?
Motion Lib is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Motion Lib founded?
Motion Lib was founded in 2016. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Motion Lib based?
Motion Lib is headquartered in Kawasaki, Japan, in the Asia region.
How does Motion Lib make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Solution Business (ソリューション事業) is the primary driver. The others are key Device Business (キーデバイス事業) and license Business (ライセンス事業).
Who are Motion Lib's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Haption, Robotiq, Force Dimension and SynTouch. Contactile is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are Fanuc, Universal Robots, Omron, Yaskawa Electric and Mitsubishi Electric.
Does Motion Lib have an API?
Yes. AbcCore provides an API for application control. Applications (PC/microcontroller/sequencer) connect to AbcCore to send control commands for motor position, velocity, and force control, as well as receive measurement values. Data transmission uses serial communication via UART or SPI. The API supports control start/stop commands, sending control target values, and receiving measurement values from AbcCore.
What industry is Motion Lib in?
Motion Lib's product category is Robotics Force Control Technology. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGABAG, Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers), with a secondary code of IMAHAGAJ, Motion Control Electronics & Controls (Controllers, Drivers, Feedback Interfaces). Its NAICS code is 3345.